Talon realized he had no other choice. The distance between him and the spear was too great, and the boar was already closing in. In a split second decision, Talon prepared to leap towards the spear, but the boar's rapid movement forced him to change his plan. The beast was now blocking his path to the weapon.
With no time to spare, Talon sprang in the opposite direction, narrowly evading the boar's charge. His maneuver forced him further away from the spear, but it was the only way to keep the beast away from Robert, who remained helplessly trapped in his spot.
"Fool! What were you thinking, Joshua?!" Another voice, filled with panic and frustration
Joshua's face paled as he realized the gravity of his mistake. His ill-timed throw had not only failed to help, but had also placed both Talon and Robert in greater danger. His voice trembled as he stammered, "I...I didn't mean to put them in harm's way…"